How long can you exceed the deadline for annual inspection?
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It's best not to delay the annual inspection. Private vehicles are subject to annual inspections, which can be conducted up to three months before the expiration date. There is no grace period for overdue inspections, and delaying will result in penalties even if the inspection is missed. Failing to undergo inspection for two cycles will lead to mandatory scrapping. Here is relevant information about the deadlines for various types of inspections: 1. Driver's license annual inspection: If the driver's license is overdue for less than one year, it can still be inspected normally. 2. Vehicle annual inspection: The initial inspection is every two years, then every six years, and after fifteen years, it becomes twice a year. For trucks, inspections are annual after registration, then every ten years, and eventually twice a year.
Hey, when I helped a friend with the annual vehicle inspection last time, I realized that delaying it too long past the due date is not advisable. Generally, in China, regulations vary by region, but the maximum grace period is usually around one to three months. In big cities like Beijing and Shanghai, exceeding the deadline by more than 30 days may result in being stopped by traffic police, fined two to three hundred yuan, and having 3 points deducted from the license. Going over three months poses even higher risks, with the vehicle possibly being impounded and forced to undergo reinspection. I reminded him to get it done early—testing stations have shorter queues, and waiting until problems arise leads to regret. Vehicle inspections not only avoid fines but also concern safety—issues like tire pressure and brakes can become serious hazards if unchecked. Remember, don’t delay once it’s due; a week overdue might still be manageable, but two months late comes at a much higher cost.
